DURATION: 11 NIGHTS / 12 DAYS
(ITINERARY: HARIDWAR-BARKOT-YAMUNOTRI-UTTARKASHI-GANGOTRI-GUPTKASHI-KEDARNATH-BADRINATH-RUDRAPRAYAG-HARIDWAR)
DURATION: 11 NIGHTS / 12 DAYS
(ITINERARY: HARIDWAR-BARKOT-YAMUNOTRI-UTTARKASHI-GANGOTRI-GUPTKASHI-KEDARNATH-BADRINATH-RUDRAPRAYAG-HARIDWAR)
DAY 01: DELHI – HARIDWAR (222 KM: 6 TO 7 HRS)
Arrive New Delhi and we'll drive to Haridwar. On arrival at Haridwar, check in to your hotel. In the evening, proceed to Har Ki Pauri to enjoy Ganga Aarti on the banks of Ganges. Dinner and Overnight stay at Haridwar.
DAY 02: HARIDWAR – BARKOT/KARSALI (205 KM: 7 TO 8 HRS/ 250 KM: 8 TO 9 HRS)
This morning departs for Barkot, located on the foot of Yamunotri. Drive via Mussoorie and visit Kempt Falls on the way. On arrival at Barkot, check-in to your hotel/camp. Rest of the day is free to relax and store your energy for the Pahad Yatra of Yamunotri the next day. Dinner and Overnight stay at Barkot.
DAY 03: BARKOT/KHARSALI – YAMUNOTRI (45 KM: 2 HRS + 5 KM START TREK) – BARKOT/KHARSALI
After breakfast, depart for Hanuman Chatti (40 Km), Janki Chatti (5 km). Here you will begin the First Pahad Yatra of Yamunotri (5 Km trek). You can hire a Doli or a horse, for your trek (Cost Not Included). The trek passes through lush green valley, a profusion of conifers, rhododendrons, cacti and several species of Himalayan shrubs.
Yamunotri (altitude 3,291 m), the western most shrine of the Char Dhams, is dominated by Bander punch (6,361 m). Yamunotri is the source of the river Yamuna, the twin sister of Varna, the Lord of Death. Yamuna is also the daughter of Surya the Sun. The actual source of the river originates from Champasar Glacier 1 km a head of the shrine, at an altitude of 4,321 mts. On arrival by afternoon in Yamunotri take holy dip in Yamuna River and perform Pooja, and take the same route back to Barkot, check in at Hotel / Camp. Dinner and Overnight stay at hotel in Barkot.
Yamunotri Temple: Maharani Gularia of Jaipur built the temple in the 19th Century. It was destroyed twice in the present century and rebuilt again.
Surya Kund: There are a Number of thermal springs in the vicinity of the temple, which flows into numerous pools. The most important of these is Surya Kund.
Divya Shila: A rock pillar, worshipped before entering the Yamunotri Temple.
DAY 04: BARKOT/KHARSALI – UTTARKASHI (85 KM: 3 HRS/132 KM: 4 TO 5 HRS)
After breakfast check out from the Barkot hotel and drive to Uttarkashi. On arrival check in into the hotel. Uttarkashi is situated on the banks of river Bhagirathi and is famous for its historical monuments, Temples & Ashrams. In the evening, Visit the famous Vishwanath Temple. Dinner and Overnight stay at Uttarkashi.
DAY 05: UTTARKASHI – GANGOTRI (97 KM: 3 TO 4 HRS) – UTTARKASHI
Early morning breakfast at hotel and drive to Gangotri. Nestled in the magnificent Garhwal Himalayas, Gangotri is set at an altitude of 3048 mts. Upon arrival at Gangotri take a holy dip in the sacred river Ganges which is also called Bhagirathi at its origin Visit the Gangotri Temple. The 18th century's temple dedicated to Goddess Ganga is located near a sacred stone where King Bhagirathi worshipped Lord Shiva. Ganga is believed to have touched earth at this spot. The temple is an exquisite 20 ft. high structure made of white granite. After performing Pooja Late afternoon drive back to Uttarkashi. Dinner & Overnight stay at Uttarkashi.
DAY 06: UTTARKASHI – GUPTKASHI (203 KM / 7 TO 8 HRS)
After early morning breakfast check out from the hotel and drive for Guptkashi. On arrival check in at hotel. Rest of the day free to explore the Guptkashi town. Dinner and Overnight stay in Guptkashi hotel/Camps.
DAY 07: GUPTKASHI – SONPRAYAG – KEDARNATH (30 KM + 20 KM TREK)
Early morning after breakfast check out from the hotel and drive to Sonprayag. From where, you will start your 20 km trek to Kedarnath. You can hire a Doli or a horse, for your trek (Cost Not Included). Mandakini, one of the main tributaries of the Ganges originates at Kedarnath and flows through Gaurikund. Trudging with you are pilgrims chanting "Jai Bholenath." Sometimes the mist would envelop the mountains and slowly lift away, revealing a shiny blinding-white peak that threatens to rupture the skies. On arrival check in at Govt. Camps/Lodges. Dinner and Overnight at Govt. Camps/Lodges (only basic accommodation is available on sharing basis with only room basis, you can take meal directly).
DAY 08: KEDARNATH – SONPRAYAG – GUPTKASHI (20 KM TREK + 30 KM DRIVE)
Early morning you get up before dawn and after taking bath you are at the temple by 4:45 am for the ‘Abhishek’ to Kedarnath Shiva. Everyone can go inside Garbha Griha and touch the idol. You can also prostrate with your head touching the deity etc. After darshan and puja you come out of the temple and return to the Govt. Camps / Lodges. Later you'll start the return trek of 20 km from Kedarnath to Sonprayag. The vehicles wait for you in Sonprayag Car Parking and you’ll drive to your hotel/Camps. Dinner and Overnight at Guptkashi.
DAY 09: GUPTKASHI – JOSHIMATH – BADRINATH (200 KM: 7 TO 8 HRS)
This morning, you check out of the hotel at 08:00 am and drive to Badrinath via Joshimath. After driving through some wonderful Ghat road you arrive at Badrinath. On arrival check into the hotel. After some rest and refreshments, you are all set to go to Badrinath Temple for darshan in the evening. But first you have to go to Tapt Kund (Hot Spring), take bath and then go to the temple. Dedicated to Lord Vishnu, the temple of Shri Badrinath Ji is 15 meters in height, built in the form of a cone with a small cupola of a gilt bull and spire. Later back to hotel. Dinner and Overnight stay at hotel.
Tapt Kund: Natural thermal springs on the bank of the river Alaknanda, where it is customary to bathe before entering the Badrinath temple.
Narad Kund: A recess in the river, near Tapt Kund, forming a pool from where the Badrinath idol was recovered.
Braham Kapal: A flat platform on the bank of river Alaknanda. Hindus perform propitiating rites for their deceased ancestors.
Sheshnetra: 1.5kms away is a boulder having an impression of the legendary serpent, better known as the Sheshnag's eye.
Charanpaduka: 3kms away is a beautiful meadow where the footprint of Lord Vishnu is seen on a boulder.
Mata Murty Temple: Devoted to the mother of Sri Badrinath Ji. Other important temples include SeshNetra Temple, Urvashi Temple and Charanpaduka.
Mana Village: Inhabited by an Indo-Mongolian tribe, it is the last Indian village before Tibet.
Vasundhara: As the name suggests, vasundhara is a magnificent water fall. This place is 5 kms. From Badrinath out of which 2 kms is motor able up to Mana.
Bhim Pul: On the other side of Mana village, a massive rock forming a natural bridge lies over the roaring Saraswati River. It presents a spectacular view of water thundering down through the narrow passage under the rock and is believed to have been placed there by Bhim, the second eldest among the five Pandavas brothers.
Vyas Gufa (cave): Near Mana Village, this is a rock-cave where Ved Vyas is believed to have composed the Mahabharata and the puranic commentaries.
DAY 10: BADRINATH – JOSHIMATH – RUDRAPRAYAG (165 KM: 6 HRS)
This morning, go for Badrinath Darshan. After Darshan return back to hotel, breakfast at hotel and proceed for Badrinath local sightseeing visit Mana Village, Vyas Gufa, Ganesh Gufa, and Mata Murti temple. Afternoon driver back to Rudraprayag via Karanprayag. Rudraprayag is a small pilgrim town on the holy confluence of river Alaknanda and Mandakini. On arrival check in at hotel. Rest of the day free to explore the Rudraprayag town. Dinner and Overnight stay at hotel.
DAY 11: RUDRAPRAYAG– HARIDWAR (230 KM: 7 TO 8 HRS)
Early morning, after breakfast, you drive downhill to Rishikesh a spiritual city and the Yoga capital of the world. On reaching Rishikesh you'll do the Rishikesh sightseeing visit Ram Jhula and Laxman Jhula. Later drive to Haridwar. Dinner and Overnight stay at hotel.
DAY 12: HARIDWAR – DELHI (225 KM / 6 TO 7 HRS)
Morning breakfast at hotel, and you are on your last lap of this Chardham Yatra journey. Drive back to Delhi. On reaching Delhi transfer to Railway Station/Airport.
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HOTELS USED IN THE PACKAGE:
Destination Standard Deluxe
Haridwar Sudarshan Residency/Similar Hotel SRS Lakshay /Similar
Barkot Hotel Aswal Deluxe /Similar Hotel Ashiyana /Similar
Uttarkashi Hotel Sakasham/Similar Hotel Anant Villa /Similar
Guptkashi Hotel Shiv Shakti /Similar Nanda Resort /Similar
Kedarnath Ashram on sharing basic Ashram on sharing basic
Badrinath Hotel Badri Kailasm/Similar Hotel Kalash/Similar
Srinagar Hotel Samrat/Similar Hotel Pacific /Similar
Destination Luxury Premium
Haridwar Regenta/Similar Hotel Fern Residency/Similar
Barkot Hotel Divine Inn /Similar Monkey Trail Cottages/Similar
Uttarkashi Hotel Vasudha /Similar Hotel Raja Ji/Similar
Guptkashi Hotel Shiva Trident /Similar Sun Inn by Amritara/Similar
Kedarnath Ashram on Sharing Basic Ashram on Sharing Basic
Badrinath Hotel Pinnacle peak /Similar The Awadh by Amritara /Similar
Srinagar Hotel Chahat/Similar Monal Resort/Similar
PACKAGE COST – PER PERSON BASIS:
No of Pax Vehicle Standard Deluxe Luxury Premium
02 Pax Dzire/Similar 46999 51999 59999 70999
04 Pax Innova Crysta 43999 48999 56999 67999
06 Pax Innova Crysta 37999 42999 49999 61999
07 Pax Tempo Traveler 39999 44999 52999 63999
08 Pax Tempo Traveler 37999 42999 50999 61999
10 Pax Tempo Traveler 35999 39999 48999 59999
12 Pax Tempo Traveler 33999 37999 46999 57999
14 Pax Tempo Traveler 31999 35999 44999 56999
16 Pax Tempo Traveler 30999 34999 43999 55999
Extra Adult Cost (More Than 10 Yrs.) 22500 27500 31500 35500
Child No Bed (5 yrs. to 10 Yrs.) 16500 20500 23500 27500
PACKAGE INCLUSIONS:
2 nights’ stay at hotel in Haridwar with MAP.
2 nights’ stay in hotel in Barkot/Kharsali with MAP.
2 nights stay at hotel in Uttarkashi with MAP.
2 nights’ stay in hotel in Guptkashi with MAP.
1 night’ stay in Kedarnath (Neat and clean GMVN camp on sharing basis/basic hotel accommodation, which is best available at Kedarnath with EP)
1 night’ stays at hotel in Badrinath with MAP.
1 night’ stay at hotel Rudraprayag with MAP.
Accommodation on twin/double sharing basis with Extra Bed/CWB & CNB.
Meals plan (MAP) - Breakfast & Dinner: Veg meals on Fixed Menu basis at Hotels.
Transfer & Sightseeing by Ac Vehicle (A/c will switch off in Hills).
Diver Allowance, Toll tax, parking Charges.
PACKAGE EXCLUSIONS:
GST @ 5 %
Air Fare/Train Fare.
Meals other than those mentioned explicitly in the itinerary.
Personal expenses like portages, tips, laundry & Rafting etc.
Any activity not mentioned in the inclusions.
Charges of palki, pony & Helicopter tickets etc.
NOTE-
Rates are not valid for Festive peak season.
Rates are based on Hotels Subject to Availability at the time of making Reservation. In case of unavailability in mentioned hotels, alternate accommodation will be arranged in a similar category hotel.
Rates are subject to change if there is any Fair & Festival, Major conference, events in travel destination.
Early check in / late checks out is subject to availability of rooms. In Chardham sector maximum hotels are preferring 12:00 Noon Check in & check out timing.
Vehicle confirmed will be as per Itinerary and not at disposal. AC will work only in the plains and will be switched off during hill drives. Especially for the Chardham sector Ac can work only in Haridwar& Dehradun's plain / surface area.
All sightseeing mentioned are subject to weather conditions, political conditions & traffic conditions in the destination.
Any cancellation or delay in hotel check in due to third party services (like helicopter / pony / Palaki), the retention will be charged. The next allocation for the hotels on same destination is subject to the availabilities.
Any sightseeing missed due to natural calamities / weather conditions / for any unforeseen reasons is non-refundable or non-adjustable.
We reserve the right to alter, amend, change or modify the tour package and itineraries before or during the tour. We will make reasonable efforts to notify you promptly of such changes / events sufficiently in advance during booking or prior to departure of the tour.
All entrances fees will be on direct payment basis as per Itinerary
It is not advisable to travel in night, if necessary supplement charge applicable
PAYMENT POLICY
Deposit of 25% of the package cost at the time of booking.
Need 50% payment of the package cost, 30 days prior to departure date
Need 100% payment of the package cost, 15 days prior to departure date.
CANCELLATION POLICY
25% of full tour cost - 30 days prior to arrival.
50% of full tour cost - between 20 & 29 days prior to tour.
75% of full tour cost - between 19 & 10 days prior to tour.
100% - within 9 days prior to tour.